Mitch Kapor
Computer programmer and businessman
Born
November 1st, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A computer programmer and businessman founded Lotus Software, which developed the influential Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet program. This software significantly contributed to the popularity of personal computers in the 1980s. Later, established the Electronic Frontier Foundation, advocating for civil liberties in the digital world. Conducted important work in promoting open-source software and digital rights.
Founded Lotus Software and created Lotus 1-2-3
Established the Electronic Frontier Foundation
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